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I had my 2007 VW Jetta rear brakes replaced, including the rotors. When I picked up my car I noticed the parking brake was very loose, I almost have to take it at a 90 degree angle for the brake to hold the car. Before I took my car for service, it would only take a few clicks to use the parking brake.

Car shop manager is saying they are two different systems, and that I have to pay to fix the looseness. Isn't it too much coincidence the parking brake was loose after brake service? Thanks for your help!

dlu
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They are lying to you.

The cables attach to the same calipers they worked on.

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This leads me to believe they either forgot to reconnect them or failed to adjust it properly.

I would suggest you take it back to them and demand they fix it properly or take it to a different mechanic.

CharlieRB
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